Strider 12 Sport Balance Bike Review

Do you want your toddler or preschooler to learn new motor skills and get some exercise? As parents know all too well, young children are always looking for new activities and new ways to exercise their skills.

Sometimes their energy will get them into trouble. A balance bike is a great and safe way for your kids to burn off some energy while developing skills they will need as an older child.

Safety Features

The Strider 12 Sport has a padded seat and handlebar pad to protect little riders from being injured. The rubber grips are small enough for an 18-month-old toddler to handle. At 6.6 lb, the bike is light enough for even the littlest riders to steer safely. The bike also has a footrest.

If a child happens to fall off the bike, it folds flat to one side so that the child is not poked in the stomach with the handlebar.

Adjustable

One of the best features I found while making this review is that the seat starts off at 12” and can be raised to 19” for all preschoolers. This makes the bike fit children from 30” to 44” tall. The seat features no-tool adjustment with quick-release clamps, making it very easy for parents to adjust on the fly as siblings share the bike.

Quality Construction and Easy Assembly

The Strider Sport is easy to assemble using only the included Allen wrench. This balance bike is made of high-quality lightweight steel with ultralight wheels and a patented frame design.

Learn to Ride A Real Bike Faster

When children use a balance bike, unlike a tricycle or a bike with training wheels, they are learning to properly balance a bike. When they progress to a pedaled bicycle, they will have a much easier time starting out. Once a child is walking well, they can use the Strider 12 Sport.

Features:

Seat adjustable from 12” to 19” for ages 18 months to 5 years, bonus taller seat post included

No-tool adjustment

Toddler grip handlebars

Padded handlebar cover

Comfortable seat

Weighs 6.6 pounds

12” polymer foam tires

Pros:

Toddler grip handlebars make it easy for even the littlest rider to handle

Cons:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why should I buy a balance bike for my child?A. Kids can use the balance bike as soon as they can walk well. It is much easier for a child to learn how to use a “real” bike after some experience with a balance bike.

Q. I have a toddler and a preschooler, will they be able to share this bike or will I have to get the tools out to adjust the seat?A. The 12 Sport’s seat can be quickly adjusted without tools so that your children will be able to share the bike. It would be fun to have two so they could ride together, but it’s possible for both kids to enjoy one bike taking turns.

Q. Is this bike made well?A. All Strider bikes are made of the best quality materials and workmanship. Your bike will not break or be worn down even with the most active kids.

Conclusion

I hope this Strider bike review has helped you decide whether this bike is a good purchase for your child. This bike has all the safety features of a good quality pedaled bike.

It is easy to assemble and easy to adjust. After some experience with a balance bike, your child will have a much easier time learning to ride a pedaled bike when they are older. This bike is not the cheapest on the market, but the high quality of Strider bikes will make you a happy customer.

Angelica Murdock

I'm a mother of two and loves being a parent. I run WelcomeParenthood blog to make parenting easier. Keeping this motto in mind, my aim to publish all sorts of tips, tricks, and guideline related to parenting. I provide a hands-on review of various baby gears to add a new dimension to your parenting experience.